Exploring Malana Village: A 2-Day Itinerary

1. Day 1: Arrival and Exploring
   Starting Point: Kasol (20.8 miles from Malana Village)
   Time: 10:00 AM
   • Kasol (1 hour) - Begin your journey from the gorgeous Kasol, best known for its scenic beauty, cascading waterfalls, & trekking trails. Check out the local markets for trinkets and souvenirs to take back home.
   • Bhuntar (1.5 hours) - You will pass through the scenic town of Bhuntar as you make your way to Malana Village.
   • Cross the Chalal Bridge (30 minutes) - From Bhuntar, cross the Chalal Bridge to reach Malana Village.
   • Malana Village (2 hours) - Known for its distinct culture, architecture and language, Malana offers picturesque landscapes and a serene environment. Enjoy the natural beauty of this quaint village, experience the Malana Cream, and explore the hidden alleys.
   End Point: Malana Village
   Time: 4:00PM
2. Day 2: Exploring and Departure
   Starting Point: Malana Village
   Time: 9:00 AM
   • Experience Malana Village Culture (3 hours) - Get up close and personal with the unique culture, architecture, and language of the Malana people. Visit the Jamlu Devta Templeand witness the beauty of ancient woodwork architecture.
   • Trek to Malana Glacier (5 hours) - The famous Malana Glacier is a stunning trek that is full of breathtaking views of the snow-capped mountains, lush green meadows, and serene waterfalls.
   End Point: Malana Village
   Time: 4:00 PM

Time and Costs Estimates

• Kasol (1 hour, free)
• Bhuntar (1.5 hours, free)
• Malana Village (2 hours, free)
• Malana Temple (3 hours, free)
• Malana Glacier Trek (5 hours, free)
Total Estimated Costs: Free

Useful Tips

For those with more time, the Tosh Village trek and the hot spring in Manikaran are some great additional places to explore. If you’re interested in adventure activities, you can go for river rafting, camping, and trekking in Kasol. For those with less time, the Malana Village and Malana Temple visit can be completed in a day trip from Kasol.